MICK (DJ)

Mick Batyske (known by his stage name MICK, formerly Mick Boogie) is an AmericanDJ and entrepreneur. He is an A-list DJ and spun private parties for celebrities including Kanye West,LeBron James, Jay-Z and Will Smith. In addition to his mix tape releases, he has performed in venues internationally, including New York City, Dubai, Tokyo, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. As an entrepreneur, he has invested in numerous start-up companies including Localeur in which he is also an advisor and consultant.

Early life and education

MICK was born Mick Batyske in Youngstown, Ohio. He attributes his musical taste to the different songs he listened to as a child. His mother bought him records when he was young and he also learned to play the piano and drums while attending school. MICK attended John Carroll University where he earned both a Bachelor Degree and MBA. While attending John Carroll, MICK worked as a radio DJ for WJCU 88.7, and later for Power 107.5 and Z107.9. While attending grad school, he decided to turn his music hobby into a career. After graduating college, MICK became the official DJ of the Cleveland Cavaliers. In 2008, MICK realized to continue his love of music as a career, he would need to move to New York City and ended up moving to Brooklyn, New York.

The W

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